Caesar Creek Campout & Meteor Shower.
A full weekend of camping, lakeside fun, and front-row seats to the Perseid meteor shower at Caesar Creek State Park — August 7–9, 2026. Please sign up for Pack camping so we know how much food we'll need! And be sure to use the "Book Your Campsite" button below to reserve your individual campsite (or coordinate with a fellow Pack family to share a campsite).
Perseid meteor shower peak weekend.
8570 OH-73, Waynesville, OH 45068
Up to 60 meteors per hour under dark rural skies — bring a blanket and a light layer.
Weekend schedule
Times are approximate — flexibility is part of the adventure. Listen for announcements at the fire ring.
- 5:30 PMArrive at Caesar Creek State ParkCheck in at our reserved campsite. Look for the Pack 131 banner near the site entrance.
- 6:00 PMSet up tentsBuddy up — older Scouts help younger families get pitched.
- 7:30 PMCracker BarrelHot dogs and s'mores around the fire.
- 8:30 PMCampfire programSkits, songs, and the Cubmaster's Minute.
- 10:00 PMLights outQuiet hours begin — tomorrow is a big day!
- 7:30 AMReveille & breakfastPancakes, eggs, fruit, and coffee — fuel up for a full day of adventure.
- 9:30 AMHike the Flat Fork Ridge trailAn easy-to-moderate loop through woods and meadow. Bring water and bug spray.
- 12:00 PMLunch at campSandwiches, chips, and fruit back at the site.
- 1:30 PMBeach & swim timeHead to the Caesar Creek swim beach. Lifejackets required at the water.
- 4:00 PMFossil hunting at the spillwayFree permits available at the visitor center — search for 450-million-year-old Ordovician fossils.
- 6:00 PMSupper timeKeeping it simple — sloppy joes, chips, and fruit.
- 8:30 PM🌠 Perseid meteor shower stargazingHead to an open field away from the fire. Bring a blanket or camp chair and let your eyes adjust — the Perseids peak this weekend with up to 60 meteors per hour.
- 11:00 PMBack to camp & lights outA late one for the Scouts — the show is worth it.
- 7:30 AMWakey-wakeyTime to wake our snoozing slugs from their sleeping bag slumber.
- 8:00 AMBreakfast & Scouts' Own serviceA simple breakfast and a short Scouts' Own reflection before we pack up.
- 9:00 AMBreak campLeave No Trace — pack it in, pack it out.
- 10:00 AMDepartureFinal police call of the site before we go.
Lead an activity
Scouts — pick a job and sign yourself up. Each activity also needs an adult to provide oversight.
Friday Firewood & Kindling Team
Gather firewood and kindling around camp so we're set for the weekend's fires.
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Friday Fire Builder
Lay and light the Friday night campfire — bring your best fire-lay technique.
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Friday Cracker Barrel Setup
Set up the cracker barrel — hot dogs, s'mores fixings, and serving table.
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Friday Dishes
Wash and dry dishes after Friday's cracker barrel.
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Saturday Breakfast Prep
Help cook pancakes, eggs, and fruit to fuel a big day.
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Saturday Breakfast Cleanup
Wash dishes and tidy the kitchen area after breakfast.
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Saturday Lunch Prep
Pack sack lunches and load coolers for the fossil hunt and beach time.
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Saturday Supper Setup
Set up the serving line for sloppy joes, chips, and fruit.
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Saturday Supper Cleanup
Wash dishes and break down the dinner area.
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Saturday Meteor Shower Setup
Haul blankets, chairs, and red-light gear to the open field for stargazing.
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Sunday Police Call Team
Sweep the campsite for trash and forgotten gear so we leave no trace.
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Sunday Breakfast Prep
Help cook a simple breakfast before we break camp.
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Sunday Breakfast Cleanup
Wash dishes and pack out the kitchen after Sunday breakfast.
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Signed up by mistake? Contact a leader to have your name removed.
What to bring
Label everything with your Scout's name. Pack in one duffel + one daypack if possible — it makes set-up faster (stackable Home Depot boxes are a go-to as well). If this is your first time camping, we can help you find options that meet your needs.
Sleeping & Shelter
- Tent
- Sleeping bag with an appropriate temperature rating
- Sleeping pad, cot, or air mattress
- Pillow
- Ground tarp / footprint
Clothing (layers!)
- Ball cap
- Class B / activity shirt
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Light long-sleeve layer for evening stargazing
- Rain jacket
- Sturdy hiking shoes + camp shoes
- Wool or wicking socks (3+ pairs)
- Swim trunks & towel (for the swim beach)
Stargazing & Outdoor Gear
- Lifejacket (required at the water)
- Blanket or camp chair for meteor watching
- Red-light headlamp (preserves night vision) if you have one
- Daypack for hiking
- Reusable water bottle (1 L+)
- Camera or notebook for the sky show
Food & Hydration
- Reusable water bottle (1 L+)
- Snacks and comfort items
- We'll have a large water jug to refill bottles, plus drinks for the Scouts in our cooler (Hugs are usually pretty popular)
Personal Essentials
- Headlamp or flashlight + extra batteries
- Sunscreen & bug spray
- Shower items and shower shoes
- Any prescription medications
- Small notebook & pencil
- Medical forms (parts A and B for all in attendance)
Prohibited Items
- ✕All tobacco (must be used in the parking lot only)
- ✕Alcohol (strictly prohibited)
- ✕Knives, hatchets, and axes (unless that Scout has the appropriate rank and training)
- ✕Fires in tents
Reach out — we'll make sure your family is ready for a great weekend.